Kerry was responding to the position of the guy who now leads DNC. Also senatorial Democrat leaders spoke at a rally to motivate opposition to the President's judicial nominees. That is he danced to the tune of the current Democratic Leadership. You need to aim higher Joe.

NOONAN: If Terri Schiavo is killed, Republicans will pay a political price...

I don't think so. Most people realize who the executioners are, I think it may hit one or two Republicans but I don't see a huge price on this one.

Dead Squid Wash Up in California Again...

I have always been fascinated by the squid. I had a record album when I was a youngster Johnny Quest, Race Bannon, and Dr.... (I forgot the Dr.s name) were in a diving bell and were attacked by a squid. Of course they made it out alive. I think that is the source of this. Ever read Beast by Peter Benchley? If you have read Jaws don't waste your time, just substitute squid for shark.